Iliving Foldable Mobility Scooter V8 User Manual
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iliving Foldable Mobility Scooter V8 Introduction
For over 10 years now, iliving has been creating and distributing the finest products for your home, health, and well-being. Now, iliving introduces its newest and most advanced product to date. The V8 scooter is designed to be comfort ab le, mobile, and travel-friendly. The V8 scooter easily folds up in less than a minute, features a nimble, lightweight design, and ensures that this will be the best foldable mobility scooter you've ever bought.
At iliving, we care about creating products that foster an active and healthy lifestyle. We believe that mobility scooters should complement an on-the-go lifestyle, rather than hinder it. As such, creating a scooter that is oth easy to fold up quickly and carry became our goal. It is imperative to the safe and effective operation of your V8 scooter that you read and understand this User Manual fully in its entirety.
SCOOTER SPECIFICATIONS
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
- iliving V8 Foldable Mobility Scooter
- 2 V8 Scooter Keys
- A/C Wall Charger
- 2 Rechargeable Lithium Ion Batteries
- Quick Start Guide
- User Manual
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
The following accessories listed below are available for purchase by contacting ilivingUSA directly, or on our website at ilivingUSA.com.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
Before you begin operating your iliving Scooter, it is imperative that you read and understand the following health warnings, safety guidelines, and recommendations for use. Please read and review this User Manual as often as needed.
IMPORTANT NOTICE - READ BEFORE OPERATING YOUR iLIVING SCOOTER
- Every iliving Scooter is a little bit different. Just like with a new car, please take time to familiarize yourself with your iliving Scooter. Take in the feel of the seat and get a sense of your surroundings while sitting on the scooter. Check to see that you understand all the functions on the scooter dashboard in front of you before beginning to operate your scooter.
- We recommend that you consult a health care professional as to the adjustments on this scooter that would best suit your individual needs. Every person's body type is different. The iliving Scooter should be djusted to fit your individual needs and to ensure the smoothest and ost comfortable ride possible.
- Before attempting to operate your new iliving Scooter for the first time, you should take the time to read and understand how to safely operate your iliving Scooter. If you need additional information, please contact us at any time.
- Have someone help you practice reaching, transferring to, and/of bending towards the iliving Scooter until you are comfortable doing these actions safely on your own.
- It is important that you familiarize yourself with the areas where you plan on using the iliving Scooter. As much as possible, check for potential hazards in these areas and learn how to avoid terrain that may be unstable or uneven. Unstable/uneven terrain will increase the risk of your iliving Scooter tipping over.
- The iliving Scooter is intended for one person only. There should never be additional persons riding or hanging onto the scooter or armrests while the scooter is in operation.
- Do not turn the scooter ON before you are seated and ready to go.
- Do not switch the scooter ON with the throttle lever depressed.
- The scooter must be turn off by switching off the key prior to your entering or exiting the scooter.
- The weight capacity of the iliving VS Scooter is 275 lbs. The scooter operator and any additional items on the scooter should not exceed 275 lbs. Exceeding the weight capacity on the scooter will likely cause damage to the seat, frame, and fasteners, leading to scooter failure.
- Exceeding the weight limit will void the warranty.
UNBOXING
- STEP 1:
Cut the iliving VB Foldable Mobility Scooter's box open with a pair of scissors or a box cutter. Be sure to open the top of the box so that the scooter is sitting in the upright position. - STEP 2:
Lie the box flat on its side so the scooter wheels face the ground. The handle bars should be at the top edge of the container. STEP 3:
Grab the scooter by the so that plastic rails on the side of the box. Remove all plastic and cardboard packaging on the scooter.
KNOW YOUR V8 SCOOTER
(FRONT)
DIAGRAM LEGEND
- Control Console
- Tiller - Variable Positions
- Tiller Height Adjustment Levers
- Release Lever
- Front Chassis Cover
- Front LED
- Front Tire
- Back Seat Rest
- Premium Cushioned Seat
- Anti-Tip Wheels
- Back Tire
- Battery
- Buzzer ON/OFF Switch
- BATTERY Lock/Unlock
- Front LED
(CONSOLE)
DIAGRAM LEGEND
- Battery Status Display
- Steering Wheel Handle
- Horn Button
- Speed Control Dial
- Scooter Keys
- Speed Control Throttle Lever
(USB/CHARGING PORT)
DIAGRAM LEGEND
- Battery Charging Port
- USB Charging Port
UNFOLDING THE SCOOTER
- Press the Release Lever to unlock the VS.
- Unfold the V8 so the Floorboard lies flat.
- Fold the Seat Cushion up to lock into place.
Fold the Back Seat Rest up and you're set!
FOLDING THE SCOOTER
- Fold the Back-Seat Rest down against the Seat Cushion.
- Pull the Latch lever to release lock.
- Gently pull up by the seat cushion, and push the back wheels towards the front.
Latch will lock scooter in fold position.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
INSTALLING THE BATTERY
The iliving Scooter battery is located at the front of the scooter. When you stand in front of the scooter, you will notice a key cover on the left side of the battery. Slid open the key cover to access the battery lock. The battery is not pre-installed inside the scooter due to safety issues during shipping.
Unlock the batteries to remove the batteries. Use the key to unlock the batteries, and slide the batteries out of the battery rails. To remove both batteries, you must slowly slide out the top battery, then the bottom respectively.
To install the battery, slowly line up the battery to the battery guiding rails, and slid the first battery all the way to the bottom. Make sure the battery is fully seated before loading the second battery. Following the same procedure, slide the second battery on top of the first one. To secure the battery, insert the key to the lock, and turn it clockwise to lock the batteries. Replace the key cover when done.
- Slide the first battery along the rail.
Ensure the first battery is fully seated.
- Slid the second battery along the rail until it's fully seated on top of the first battery.
Use the key to lock the batteries in place.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
CHARGING THE BATTERY - INDICATOR LIGHTS
Be sure to charge your scooter battery for 3 hours prior to operating your scooter for the first time. While the scooter battery is charging, the light indicator on the charger will be red. When the scooter battery is fully charged, the light indicator on the charger will turn green.
CHARGING THE BATTERY - SCOOTER CHARGING PORT
Charger model specification
- Model number: IN4252000
- Input: AC 100-240V 50/60Hz 200VA
- Output: DC 42V 2A
Note: The charger supplied with your scooter is specifically designed for the VB Foldable Mobility Scooter battery and may not work correctly with another brand of battery.
- To charge the battery on your scooter, check to make sure that the battery selection switch is turned toward the battery that needs to be charged.
- Next, fully insert the charge head into the scooter charging port on the scooter and insert the electrical plug into a 110/120V outlet. This scooter's AC charger has a two-prong plug that plugs directly into a 120V outlet.
- The charging port is located right above the left taillight. To avoid dust and dirt entering the charging port, flip the cover over the port. Use your finger to slide the cover open and closed.
- Once the charging port over is open, plug the charger head fully into the scooter's charging port securely. Next, plug the electrical head into a 120V outlet.
- Locate the Charging Port on the back of the scooter above the left taillight.
- Flip the cover of the Charging Port open. Use your finger to slide the cover aside.
- Plug the Scooter Charger head into the Charging Port.
Plug the end of the Scooter Charger into an 120V electrical outlet.
Description
The i-living Foldable Mobility Scooter V8 is designed for ease of use and convenience. The scooter features a sturdy yet lightweight frame that can support up to 265 lbs. The lithium-ion battery provides a range of up to 12 miles on a single charge, ensuring you have enough power for your daily activities.
The scooter includes a padded swivel seat with adjustable height, providing maximum comfort during use. The electronic braking system along with a manual parking brake ensures safe and reliable braking. The foldable design makes it easy to transport in cars or store in small spaces, making it an ideal choice for travel.
OPERATING THE SCOOTER
SEAT POSITIONING
CAUTION
Before operating your scooter, always make sure that the scooter seat is locked in place. Failure to do this can result in serious personal injury as well as damage to the scooter.
- When the red latch is not properly locked in place, it may look like the left image above. When this happens, the scooter seat is not locked in place.
- As a result, if you were to sit in the seat and lean backwards, you and the scooter may tip over, potentially causing serious injury.
- Please ensure that the red latch is flush and parallel to the frame as shown in right image above.
- You are now ready to begin operating your new iliving V8 Mobility Scooter. The V8 Scooter is designed to be very user-friendly. Here are a few quick reminders to keep in mind when operating your scooter:
- When driving the scooter up an incline, be sure to lean forward slightly in the seat. Do not lean backwards in the seat, as this may create an uneven distribution of weight and cause the scooter to suddenly tip over backwards.
- The iliving scooter is design with every safety precaution in mind. The scooter will automatically reduce the speed when you attempt to make a turn. This will prevent scooter from tipping over when performing abrupt sharp turns.
- When operating the V8 scooter, always be sure to firmly grip the handlebars with both hands. It is never safe to operate your scooter with only one hand on the handlebars as this can lead to loss of control of your scooter. Steering the scooter requires turning the handlebars to either side.
- You can steer the scooter in any direction while going forward or in reverse.
- It is never safe to operate your scooter while it is raining or snowing. Additionally, it is not recommended to operate your scooter on any wet or icy surface. Such conditions on the road or ground greatly increase your risk of the scooter wheels losing traction and you losing control of the scooter.
- Powering on your scooter requires turning the key in the ignition. This key is the same key used to lock and unlock the battery rails of your scoter.
- The iliving Scooter 's brakes will engage as soon as you release the speed lever. Familiarize yourself with these regenerative brakes by gently releasing the speed lever. This will help you gauge the rate at which the brakes engage.
- In most states, it is illegal to operate a power mobility scooter on public roads. Always be alert of other motor vehicles and pedestrians on roads, parking lots, and other venues where you may be operating your scooter. Whenever operating your scooter at night, it is your responsibility to wear reflective clothing and/or reflective accessories so that cards, bicyclists, and pedestrians can quickly and easily see you in the dark. The iliving Scooter features a pair of small headlights and a pair of red taillights. In addition, the iliving Scooter is equipped with brake lights so that others can see when you are stopping. This is particularly useful at night or when operating your scooter in the dark or in low visibility conditions.
- This iliving Scooter is designed only for use on firm, even surfaces, such as concrete, asphalt, hardwood floors, and indoor flooring. Never attempt to operate your scooter on rough terrain, on or through sand, or in loose soil. The scooter wheels need to be able to easily retain traction with the ground - uneven surfaces can damage the scooter's body and axles, which can then cause you to lose control of your scooter.
- When operating your scooter in reverse, constantly check to make sure your path is clear of obstacles.
FREE WHEEL RELEASE SWITCH
- The Freewheel Release Switch is located on the front of your iliving Scooter. It is the red switch besides the front wheel of your scooter. When the switch is perpendicular to the ground, the scooter is in DRIVE mode. To unlock the freewheel release and place the scooter into NEUTRAL mode, simply push the switch forward.
- The purpose of the freewheel release switch is to allow the scooter operator to easily push the scooter forward in the case of a dead battery or uneven terrain.
- When the freewheel release, switch is pushed forward into the NEUTRAL position, it unlocks the wheels when the scooter is not in operation.
When the freewheel release, switch is locked into DRIVE mode, the scooter's wheels will not move when the scooter is turned off.
Setup Guide
To operate, assemble, configure, and pair your i-living Foldable Mobility Scooter V8, follow these steps:
- Unfold the scooter by lifting the handlebars and ensuring all parts are securely locked into place.
- Charge the battery according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Adjust the seat height to your comfort level.
- Familiarize yourself with the controls, including the throttle and brakes.
- Test the scooter in a safe area before using it for regular travel.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
SCOOTER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TIPS
- Your iliving Scooter is designed for long-lasting performance and durability. Just like with a car, taking a few simple steps toward routine care and maintenance of your iliving Scooter will ensure its continued performance for a longer period of time.
- Make sure the battery is fully charged, and store in a cool dry place. We recommend storing the battery on the scooter battery rails. From time to time, check to make sure that there is no corrosion on the electrode connections of the battery and the scooter.
- The seat is made from polyurethane - a durable faux leather material. It can be cleaned with any soft, non-abrasive cloth such as a washcloth. If desired, gently dampen the washcloth before cleaning the seat.
- Never wash your iliving Scooter with a water hose or get excessive amounts of water onto the scooter when cleaning the seat. If water gets into the electrical components of the iliving Scooter, it can critically and permanently damage the functionality of the scooter.
- Avoid moisture from coming into contact with the electrical components of the scooter, including the control panel and battery location.
- The bearings, motor, and transmission of the iliving Scooter have been permanently lubricated and sealed at the factory. No further lubrication of these parts is necessary or ad vis ed.
- When checking on the overall functionality of your iliving Scooter, there are a list of items you might consider reviewing:
- Pay attention to whether the brakes are working properly -when you release the accelerator, the iliving Scooter should always come to a complete stop almost immediately.
- Make sure that the black switch governing the Freewheel Release works properly. When the switch is pulled back and perpendicu-lar to the ground the scooter is in DRIVE mode. When the switch is pushed forward the scooter is in NEUTRAL mode.
- Always make sure the battery compartment of the scooter is closed before operating the scooter.
ACCESSORY INSTALLATION
INSTALLING SCOOTER ARMRESTS
- STEP 1:
Locate the red line on the armrest bar. This is the MAX width line that the armrest should be installed at.
*(Do not install the armrest with the red line visible outside of the bracket opening)* - STEP 2:
Insert the armrest into the bottom of the seat bracket. Adjust the width to your preference. STEP 3:
Tighten the knob on the back of the bottom seat bracket to secure the armrest into place. Repeat for the other armrest.
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING
COMMON ISSUES AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
ISSUE
Scooter has no power.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
- Make sure the key is properly inserted and turned on .
- Make sure the battery is properly installed and is charged.
ISSUE
Scooter is turned on and battery is charged, but the scooter does not move forward or backward when I push the throttle.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
- Check to make sure that the Freewheel Release Switch is not pushed forward (NEUTRAL).
- If the Freewheel Release Switch is in the NEUTRAL position, pull it back to set it in DRIVE mode.
ISSUE
Speed slows down dramatically while driving.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
- Battery needs to be charged - the battery may be aging and may need to be replaced.
ISSUE
Misplaced scooter key(s).
RECOMMENDED ACTION
- Contact iliving at 800-317-1688 to order replacement key(s).
- Additional shipping fees apply for international orders.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Foldable Design: Easy to transport and store in small spaces.
- Comfortable Ride: Padded swivel seat with adjustable height ensures maximum comfort.
- Reliable Braking System: Electronic braking system with manual parking brake for safe stopping.
- Long-Lasting Battery: Lithium-ion battery provides up to 12 miles on a single charge.
Cons:
- Weight Limitation: Maximum weight capacity of 265 lbs may limit its use for heavier individuals.
- Higher Cost: Priced at around $1,500, which may be out of budget for some users.
- Assembly Required: While folding is easy, initial assembly may require some effort.
Customer Reviews
Customers have praised the i-living Foldable Mobility Scooter V8 for its ease of use, comfort, and portability. Many users appreciate the scooter's ability to navigate through tight spaces and its reliability in daily use. However, some users have noted that the assembly process can be a bit challenging and that the weight capacity could be higher.
Common complaints include issues with customer service response times and occasional problems with battery charging. However, overall satisfaction with the product remains high due to its performance and convenience.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
The VS Scooter comes with a three (3) year limited parts and components warranty for the frame/structure of the scooter, and a one (1) year limited parts and components warranty for the electrical components of the scooter. The battery for the VS Scooter is only covered under warranty for six (6) months. If a problem arises with your VS Scooter, please contact us immediately.
If a problem arises with your VS Scooter within 30 days of purchase, we will bring in the scooter for service at no cost to you. iliving will pay forshipping of the scooter to and from our service center and waive all fees related to parts and labor. We require a proof of purchase; please keep your purchase receipt/invoice for the scooter available.
After 30 days from purchase, and within the warranty period, you will be responsible for covering the shipping cost of the scooter to our service center. The parts and labors fees will still be waived, and once the scooter has been serviced and repaired, we will ship the scooter back to you at our cost.
Faqs
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